During a recent interview, theEmpire of Lightdirector was asked aboutEmma Corrins call to eliminate gender from award shows.

I think thats the way its moving and I think that its perfectly reasonable.

You know, awards are there to promote films.

Sam Mendes

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Theyre the shop window but theyre not the thing itself.

They won a Golden Globe award for their portrayal of the late princess.

Corrin toldBBC Newsthat they hoped for a future where gender-neutral awards were prevalent.

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I hope for a future in which that happens, they said.

I dont think the categories are inclusive enough at the moment.